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​Who We Are

Clergy And Staff
Grace is led by a team of 9 elected representatives to our Vestry, officers and the Rector.
Our staff supports the Rector in facilitating ministry, worship and care for the whole congregation.

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The Reverend Scott Painter, Rector

Scott joined Grace Episcopal Church in the fall of 2018. Prior to his ministry as a Priest, Scott served as a pastor in another church and then taught English in public and private high schools for many years. He holds degrees from Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri, The University of Houston and the Seminary of the Southwest in Austin. Scott served as Curate at St. Stephen’s, Houston, before coming to Grace.
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The Reverend Dawn Shepler, Deacon

Dawn sensed a call to be a Deacon in 2009 while living in North Carolina.  She earned her Master of Divinity degree from Illif School of Theology and was ordained in the Diocese of Colorado in 2017 while serving as a chaplain in Missouri. Dawn is a licensed Chaplain serving mental health patients in Harris County.  At Grace, Dawn’s ministry is centered on serving, outreach, and pastoral care. 
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The Reverend Dr. John K. Graham,
​Assisting Priest

​Dr. John K. Graham is both a physician and a priest, leading The Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center as President and CEO, as well as serving as one of Grace's Assisting Priests, where he teaches, preaches, and assists with special projects.  John joined Grace Episcopal Church in 2016.
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The Reverend Dr. Alejandro Montes,
​Assisting Priest

The Reverend Dr. Alejandro Montes is originally from Peru and is a retired priest of the Episcopal Church. He served as the Vicar and then Rector of San Mateo Iglesia Episcopal for more than 20 years.  He joined Grace in 2019.
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Paul English, Music Director

Paul English is an internationally recognized composer, pianist, producer and educator. He has performed and recorded with such jazz greats as Dizzy Gillespie, Arnett Cobb, Kirk Whalum and David Liebman and he has produced a number of jazz and classical recordings, including a 2009 collaboration with country legends Willie Nelson, Ray Price and Johnny Bush and a 2010 CD, Bring Him Home, a debut recording for lyric tenor, Todd Miller, and Hour of Tranquility for mezzo-soprano Sonja Bruzauskas (2015).
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Edolia James, Head of School

Edolia is passionate in guiding the growth of children by providing fun, hands-on experiences that enhance children’s learning development in all areas. She is the Head of Grace Episcopal School serving students from infancy (6 weeks old) up to age five. 
Edolia@graceinhouston.org
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Elizabeth Martin, Office Manager

Elizabeth is an experienced administrative assistant who has worked in social services with special needs adults. She has worked in several different environments building efficient work systems and streamlining communications. Elizabeth, her partner, Bill, and their children attend Christ Church Cathedral in downtown Houston. She is excited to serve on the team at Grace as we grow and serve our community.
Office@graceinhouston.org


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Mario Ruiz, Sexton

Mario has served the Grace community for more than 20 years. He works to take care of our building and campus for the church and school. Mario loves football and especially the Dallas Cowboys.

Ivy Mena, Facilities & Tech Assistant

Italivi Mena (Ivy) grew up in the Braeswood neighborhood in Southwest Houston. She attended Longfellow Elementary School, Pershing Middle School, and graduated from Bellaire High School.

Ivy started working in the food industry at a young age and later found her passion for working with animals. She has worked at nearby clinics in the neighborhood as a Veterinarian Technician, and now she is working from home as a Bilingual Customer Representative for a clinic in additional to her position at Grace.


​When not working, Ivy is either at school studying Microbiology or enjoying her leisure time by spending it at the library reading about astrology and politics. She enjoys and feels welcomed being at Grace Episcopal Church. It reminds her of the warmth and acceptance that she felt from the church she would attend at a young age. She is happy to be here in such a friendly environment and can't wait to see what the future has in store for her. 

SundayAssistant@graceinhouston.org

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Contact Us

4040 W. Bellfort Ave. Houston, TX 77025
832.667-8601
office@graceinhouston.org

Worship

Sundays: Main Service - 10am
Evening Service - 5:30pm​ 
Wednesdays: 11:30am 

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​Grace Episcopal Church is in the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, a member of the worldwide Anglican Communion.
  • Home
  • Visit
  • About
    • Our History
    • Our Vision & Values
    • Clergy and Staff >
      • Staff Bios
    • The Vicar's Notes
    • Parish Day School
  • Worship
    • Worship With Us
    • Listen to Sermons
  • Community
    • Ministries and Service
    • Tree of Life Labyrinth
    • News + Updates
  • Connect
  • Giving
    • Stewardship 2022
  • Community Login